Why is this important: The agreement is positioned as a major step toward transforming Albania’s healthcare and medical education sectors. It sets the ambition for QSUT to become a regional leader in medical services and education, potentially reducing the need for Albanians to seek healthcare abroad.

Why is this important: The data confirms a continued boom in Albania’s real estate market, despite tightening credit conditions and growing affordability concerns. In just six months, apartment prices across the country increased by 23.6%, with Tirana outpacing the rest of the market. The central bank attributes the price hikes to rising construction costs — including wages, energy, and transport — and sustained demand for housing.

Why is this important: The new road improves access to one of Albania’s most scenic yet previously hard-to-reach coastal areas. Officials say the project marks a significant step toward developing tourism in the northern region, offering faster connections and supporting the local economy. The opening comes as the country prepares for another record tourist year, with visitors up 30% in early 2025 compared to last year.

Why is this important: The airport is expected to become a key hub for tourism and economic development in the southern region, opening access to one of Albania’s most visited coastal areas. Its scale and strategic location promise to transform regional travel and logistics.

Why is this important: The plan is designed to ease the financial burden on businesses, resolve long-standing tax disputes, and reduce opportunities for corruption through simplified procedures and artificial intelligence in tax administration. According to the Prime Minister, this is not an electoral ploy but a substantive effort to build a transparent and fair fiscal environment.